general problems of the 2008 Lincoln MKZ - part 1

Have tried to schedule an appointment with my local Lincoln dealer to have the recall on my car fixed but they told at this time they have no way to fix it.

Bought vehicle from owner 02/2023. Check brake system light came on a few months after, breaks started to skip and making a sound. Took it in to Ford dealership and they showed 2 recalls but never said it would be fixed.

The contact owns a 2008 Lincoln zephyr Mkz. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle overheated and smoke was coming inside the cabin through the ac vents. The contact was able to veer to the side of the road where he inspected the vehicle and noticed that coolant was leaking on the ground. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the thermostat was replaced. However, the failure reoccurred on four other occasions. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who refilled coolant in the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. 5 times brake pedal was depressed but the vehicle hesitated to respond, causing his vehicle to rear end his wife vehicle. There were no injuries sustained. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle would shudder while depressing the brake pedal. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA campaign number: 19v904000 (service brakes, hydraulic). Furthermore, the contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA campaign numbers: 21v158000 (air bags), 17v024000 (air bags) and 16v384000 (air bags). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 122,416.

I called Ford dealerships to fix the problems back in 2019 but the two recalls have not been fixed yet. Recently, my car was almost failing to stop while I was breaking down.

Manufacturer recall number19s54 NHTSA recall number19v904 manufacturer recall number21s12 NHTSA recall number21v158 I've been waiting to complete the first recall for my car for over two years and during that time a second recall for the airbag has come out. I am afraid to drive my car and put others in danger and I'm afraid to sell my car because I could be knowingly putting other people at risk of injury or death and I can't do that knowingly.

The contact owns a 2008 Lincoln Mkz. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA campaign numbers: 19v904000 (service brakes, hydraulic) and 21v158000 (air bags) however, the parts for the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The dealer was notified of the issue. The manufacturer was notified of the issue but did not provide any assistance. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Acutely while driving, the brake petal went all the way to the floor. The brakes slowly slowed the car but didn’t stop it. Car was towed to the dealership may 21st. I was refused a loaner. Despite receiving two separate notices (one of which was after they had my car) telling me to go get the free fix, they have failed to provide the part. Leaving me without a car for four months. This has to be past a customary fix time.

Recall notice19s54. Hcu unit gone. Part is on back order 889 cars are waiting on this part. Car has been in dealership for two weeks with no eta of parts delivery. People like me are not giving rental to cover until car gets fix we are financially stuck Ford is not offering rental car or nothing. Car is at leith Lincoln for almost two weeks. Please amend to cover for loss of use or rental car.

The contact owns a 2008 Lincoln Mkz. The contact stated while driving 35 mph, the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floor. The contact stated that the braking distance was extended. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to beau townsend Ford Lincoln (1020 w national rd, vandalia, OH 45377, (937) 898-5841) to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the brake fluid needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA campaign number: 19v904000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The failure persisted. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and informed the contact they were unable to offer any assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 104,000.

Encountered extended brake pedal range and pressure required to properly apply brakes after engaging abs while driving on slippery surface. Following incident, brake fluid reservoir checked full, and condition continued.

Tl the contact owns a 2008 Lincoln Mkz. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19v904000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The vehicle was taken to classic Ford (8540 tyler blvd, mentor, OH 44060, (440)266-3000) where it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact stated that unknown brake parts were replaced after the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard. The approximate failure mileage was 94,608. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

The contact owns a 2008 Lincoln Mkz. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19v904000 (service brakes, hydraulic) and 21v158000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, or while the vehicle was idle, while the contact attempted to stop the vehicle, the brake pedal extended to the floorboard before the vehicle came to a stop. The contact had the brakes replaced outside of the recall, along with the brake fluid however, the failure persisted. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Tl the contact owns a 2008 Lincoln Mkz. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19v904000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however, the part to do the repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. An unknown dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

On multiple occasions, I have experienced intermittent issues with the brake pedal. While my foot was on the brake pedal attempting to stop on city streets the pedal would continue to drop down to the floor; I had to apply the emergency brake for the vehicle to stop. No warning lights have ever illuminated as the failure occurred. My VIN confirms parts are not available & I have never been contacted by Ford motor company pertaining this recall.

Tl the contact owns a 2008 Lincoln Mkz. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19v904000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was not notified. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The vehicle had experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available. The failure mileage was 100,000.

Tl the contact owns a 2008 Lincoln Mkz. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19v904000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact called tindol Ford (1901 e franklin blvd, gastonia, nc 28054, (704) 867-8341), and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

The contact owns a 2008 Lincoln Mkz. The contact had received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19v904000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the brake pedal needed to be gently depressed several times to engage. The contact stated that whenever the brake pedal was depressed forcefully, the brake pedal would travel to the floorboard. The vehicle was taken to the dealer twice however, the contact was informed that parts were not yet available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available. The failure mileage was 94,000.

Need my recalls to be fixed in my vehicle.

The contact owns a 2008 Lincoln Mkz. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 19v904000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Fiesta Lincoln (1720 s mesa dr, mesa, az 85210) and the manufacturer were made aware of the issue. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed and the front end of the vehicle started to vibrate. The mileage was unknown. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Tl the contact owns a 2008 Lincoln Mkz. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign: 19v904000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The vehicle was taken to van horn Ford oconomowoc (1000 east summit Ave oconomowoc, WI 53066, 262-567-5574) where it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Very soft brake pedal.

My car is effected by the recall, it losses brakes periodically and next to impossible to stop sometimes. Is there anything I can do about this till the manufacturer is able to fix it? this is my only means of transportation. . .

Upon braking my brake pedal goes to the floor and I hear the abs . The vehicle slightly slows. The pedal remains spongy. Ford does think it could be the "hcu". According to department of transport problem that hcu may be sticking open. This happens every time a heavy application is made when road surface is wet.

The contact owns a 2008 Lincoln Mkz. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21v158000 (air bags) and 19v904000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Recall on brakes, no remedy available at this time. Have to replace both the front and back brakes as they are slipping and making extremely loud scratching noises. And I'm not willing to kill myself not my 2 month old because they won't be prepared to fix the issue for another 2 months. ## VIN passed ## 3lnhm26t88r655292 ##.

Tl the contact owns a 2008 Lincoln Mkz. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19v904000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer Ford of lake geneva located at west 2542 interchange n, lake geneva, WI 53147, and the manufacturer were made aware of the issue and it was confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced the failure listed in the NHTSA campaign. VIN tool confirms parts not available. The failure mileage was 72,000.

Hpu has recall on it for brakes. My hpu failed once already. Lincoln dealership referred me to Lincoln. Recall is sometime next quarter when they have parts. Lincoln will not repair or provide loaner for now and told me to drive at own risk. I was approaching a stop when problem manifested itself. I was barely able to stop car and miss the car in front of me. Reported problem immediately. I don't think it responsible to drive a car with a known problem. It is my only means of transportation. Dealership opened sssc( Lincoln reporting mechanism) on vehicle. Brake pedal went soft and to the floor but eventually did get it stopped. Vehicle wont stop in required stopping distance as per design and supply thereof. I am a very experienced driver but other drivers are unlikely to be able to respond appropriately. Had to wait for answer from office located in india! this is a deliberate unsafe act by Lincoln. What can I do. I am on fixed disability and must have transportation.

The contact owns a 2008 Lincoln Mkz. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19v904000 (service brakes, hydraulic) and 21v158000 (air bags) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

The contact owns a 2008 Lincoln Mkz. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19v904000 (service brakes, hydraulic) and 21v158000 (air bags) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Tl the contact owns a 2008 Lincoln Mkz. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19v904000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The contact called the auburn Ford dealer located at 1650 grass valley hwy, auburn, CA 95603, and it was confirmed that the parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue and was not able to confirm when the parts were to become available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

The contact owns a 2008 Lincoln Mkz. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19v904000 (service brakes, hydraulic) and 21v158000 (air bags) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. Capitol Ford (919 capitol expressway auto mall, san jose, CA 95136, (408) 265-6000) was contacted and it was confirmed that the parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the brakes had become spongey. The approximate failure mileage was 49,600. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Tl the contact owns a 2008 Lincoln Mkz. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 19v904000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Hempstead Ford (301 n. Franklin st, hempstead, NY 11550) and the manufacturer were made aware of the issue. The contact had experienced the failure listed in the recall. The failure mileage was 88,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

2008 Lincoln Mkz. Consumer writes in regards to hydraulic brake safety recall. The consumer stated while driving the posted speed limit of 75mph, the driver had to suddenly brake , but the pedal continued to travel to the floor. Suddenly, the brakes activated causing the nose of the vehicle to drop violently. The vehicle was almost standing on it's nose. The sudden braking action bell out the right front strut. Both struts were repaired. The consumer referenced safety recall notice 19s54/19v-904. The manufacturer was contacted the vehicle was not repaired.

My brakes have excessive brake pedal travel with a lot of noise. I took my Mkz to the dealer paid for all new brakes 4 months before the recall letter came. I had to return my car 3 times telling them something was not right ! after I received the safety recall notice 19s54/ntsa recall 19v-904 in Jan 20 I was told I could pay for the parts and service because they didn't have the parts to do it ? what ? if I could pay they clearly could make my car safe and fix it with the recall protocol. When I called in April it was due to covid -19, they couldn't get the parts. I was told to wait on a letter, it's now Aug. 1, way past the late first quarter of 2020. Still driving my car with my child in it hoping the brakes do not cause me to have an accident.

May of 2021 will mark two years since I began having issues with my 2008 Lincoln Mkz abs system. Lincoln officially issued a recall about my specific vehicle in January 2020. It is unacceptable for a fix to not yet have been established for this. I cannot sell my car as no one will buy it with the issue and I cannot trade my car for another one because the dealerships cannot sell the trade to a customer due to the recall. I am being held hostage by a car I cannot drive in inclement weather due to the abs system not functioning properly.